AGTA Spectrum Awards 2024
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During the 2024 Spectrum Awards competition, the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) honored Adam Neeley with a Spectrum Award: Bridal Wear – 3rd Place.
This extraordinary cuff showcases a 76.82 carat total weight cabochon Santa Maria Aquamarine accented with 8.06 carat total weight diamond and 10.63 carat total weight Aquamarine. The Olymipa cuff was inspired by moon glow as it dances upon the waves of the Aegean sea near sunrise. With a dramatic width of over 2 inches, this bold cuff bracelet features a stunning & rare Santa Maria Aquamarine set in color gradient SpectraGold™. This unique alloy transitions seamlessly from rich yellow gold gradually into cool white gold. A soft satin finish illuminates the ombré effect of the SpectraGold™ and provides contrast to the mystical aquamarine’s glow.
“I am deeply grateful that the judges recognized the exquisite quality of the Santa Maria Aquamarine in the Olympia cuff, and I am truly honored to receive a Spectrum Award for its design and craftsmanship.” – Adam Neeley
About the Award
The AGTA Spectrum Awards™ are judged on a range of criteria, including overall beauty and wearability, innovative design, effective use of materials, quality of gemstones and workmanship, broad consumer appeal, and potential to generate positive publicity for natural colored gemstones.
We are incredibly honored to receive these prestigious awards and extend our heartfelt thanks to AGTA, as well as to our collectors, for their continued support and shared passion for jewelry as an art form.
Many of the winning pieces will be on display at the 2025 AGTA GemFair Tucson, held from February 3–9. The AGTA Spectrum Gala, the highlight of 2025 Gem Week festivities, will take place on Saturday, February 8, in the new addition to the Tucson Convention Center. For more details or to purchase tickets, please visit agta.org.
This year’s esteemed judges included Jean Francois Bibet, Sherry Bender of The Goldsmith Ltd., Chicago, Susan Jacques of GIA, and Suzy Landa of Suzy Landa Fine Jewelry. Peggy Grosz, formerly of Assael, was scheduled to judge but had to withdraw due to a conflict. Click here for more information about the judges.
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